Volunteer opportunities in 2026
Every story matters – including yours.
As we step into a new year, Endometriosis Australia is reigniting our advocacy work and rebuilding the volunteer community that makes everything we do possible. If you’re living with endometriosis or supporting someone who is, we’d love you to join us at events across Australia in 2026.
From Parliament House in February to major sporting and community events in Perth, Sydney and Gold Coast in March – with more to come – volunteers help us share educational resources, welcome donations, grow our community database, and spark real conversations about lived experience. It’s meaningful work, but it’s also fun: connecting with people, raising awareness, and showing the country what 1 million Australians with endo deserve.
If your New Year’s resolution is to give back, lift others up, or help rewrite the endometriosis story, this is your moment. Sign up to volunteer and stand with the organisation advocating for all Australians living with endometriosis.
Together, we’re changing the story – one conversation at a time.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: MARCH 2026
We are excited to announce a unique opportunity to support our community engagement work during MARCH 2026 – ENDOMETRIOSIS AWARENESS MONTH.
Endometriosis Australia will be conducting educational outreach activities at MAJOR WOMEN’S SPORTING EVENTS taking place in SYDNEY, GOLD COAST, and PERTH throughout March.
We’re looking for passionate volunteers to help us reach diverse communities with vital endometriosis information and resources.
WHAT WE'RE DOING AND OUR IMPACT
As part of our Priority Populations grant work, we will be distributing educational materials about endometriosis to attendees at large-scale women’s sporting events. This is an incredible opportunity to:
- REACH THOUSANDS of women and families in one location
- SHARE RESOURCES specifically developed for multicultural communities
- RAISE AWARENESS during Endometriosis Awareness Month
- MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE in underserved communities
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
ON-SITE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT (Priority Need)
WHERE: Health Hub community stalls at sporting venues
WHEN: Before matches and during intervals (approximately 2-4 hours per shift)
- Welcome attendees to our stall
- Share information about endometriosis symptoms, diagnosis, and support
- Demonstrate how to access our digital resources via QR codes
- Answer questions about Endometriosis Australia services
- Hand out culturally appropriate resources
- Fill in basic participant surveys (age range, location, community identity)
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Welcome attendees to our stall
- Share information about endometriosis symptoms, diagnosis, and support
- Demonstrate how to access our digital resources via QR codes
- Answer questions about Endometriosis Australia services
- Hand out culturally appropriate resources
- Fill in basic participant surveys (age range, location, community identity)
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES
WHERE: At venues or nearby locations
WHEN: Match days, particularly opening weekend and finals
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Share your endometriosis story with the media
- Talk about the importance of reaching multicultural communities
- Highlight Endometriosis Australia’s work
- Be filmed/photographed for promotional materials
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
- LIVED EXPERIENCE with endometriosis (personal or as a supporter/family member)
- PASSION for raising endometriosis awareness
- FRIENDLY, APPROACHABLE demeanour
- AVAILABLE for at least one match day in March 2026
- COMFORTABLE standing for 2-4 hours and ABLE to set up a stall with others
- WILLING TO COMPLETE brief volunteer training (February 2026)
HIGHLY DESIRABLE
LANGUAGE SKILLS in Asian languages, including:
- Mandarin/Cantonese (Simple Chinese)
- Punjabi
- Hindi
- Vietnamese
- Farsi
- Other Asian languages
CULTURAL CONNECTIONS to:
- Chinese communities
- Indian communities
- Vietnamese communities
- Iranian communities
- Filipino communities
- Bangladeshi communities
- Other Asian/CALD communities
IDENTIFY AS PART OF PRIORITY POPULATIONS:
- Adolescents/young adults (16-25 years)
- LGBTQIA+ community
- People with disabilities
- First Nations
- Rural/regional background
MEDIA EXPERIENCE or confidence on camera
VOLUNTEER LOCATIONS & DATES
We need volunteers in THREE CITIES across various dates in MARCH 2026:
SYDNEY (Greatest Need)
Multiple match days throughout March, including:
- EARLY MARCH: Weekend matches
- MID-MARCH: International Women’s Day weekend (March 8)
- MID-TO-LATE MARCH: Knockout stages
- LATE MARCH: Final weekend (March 21)
GOLD COAST
Selected match days including:
- EARLY MARCH: Opening weekend
- MID-MARCH: Qualification matches
PERTH
Selected match days including:
- OPENING WEEKEND: March 1-3 (High priority!)
- NOTE: Specific match dates and times will be confirmed with selected volunteers in January 2026.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- VOLUNTEER T-SHIRT and materials
- TRAINING on Priority Populations resources and cultural sensitivity
- CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION for your volunteer hours
- NETWORKING with other passionate endo advocates
- FOOD AND REFRESHMENTS provided during shifts
- TRAVEL SUPPORT (where possible, details TBC)
- BE PART OF SOMETHING HISTORIC – reaching thousands of people during Endometriosis Awareness Month
TRAINING PROVIDED
All selected volunteers will participate in:
ONLINE TRAINING SESSION (Late January 2026, ~2 hours)
- Priority Populations resources overview
- Cultural sensitivity and engagement techniques
- QR code system demonstration
- Frequently asked questions
- Media interview basics (for those interested)
ON-SITE BRIEFING (30 minutes before first shift)
- Venue layout and logistics
- Safety and emergency procedures
- Team coordination
VOLUNTEER COMMITTMENT
- MINIMUM COMMITMENT: One 3-4 hour shift on one match day
- IDEAL COMMITMENT: Multiple shifts across 2-3 match days
- TRAINING: One 2-hour online session + 30-minute on-site briefing
- TOTAL TIME: Approximately 5-12 hours, depending on your availability
HOW TO APPLY AND DEADLINE
DEADLINE: Friday, 16th January 2026
TO EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION HERE:
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
- APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 31 January 2026
- SELECTION NOTIFICATIONS: Mid-February 2026
- TRAINING SESSION: Late February 2026
- EVENT DATES CONFIRMED: Late February 2026
- VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES: Throughout March 2026
- DEBRIEF AND THANK YOU: Early April 2026
FAQS
Q: I don’t speak an Asian language. Can I still volunteer?
A: Absolutely! While multilingual volunteers are highly valued, we need many English-speaking volunteers too. Your passion and enthusiasm are what matter most.
Q: I’ve never volunteered before. Is that okay?
A: Yes! We’ll provide comprehensive training. No previous experience required.
Q: I’m under 18. Can I volunteer?
A: Volunteers aged 16-17 can participate with parental/guardian consent. We particularly welcome young volunteers who can connect with adolescent attendees.
Q: Can I bring a friend/family member?
A: Yes! Encourage them to apply too. Volunteering with friends makes it even more fun.
Q: What if I have a disability or accessibility needs?
A: Please let us know in your application, and we’ll work with you to ensure you can participate comfortably. Venues are accessible.
Q: Will I need a Working with Children Check?
A: Not required for this volunteer role, as you’ll be engaging with adults and families (not supervising children).
Q: What should I wear?
A: We’ll provide an Endometriosis Australia volunteer t-shirt. Please wear comfortable pants/skirt and closed-toe shoes suitable for standing.
Q: What if I can only commit to one shift?
A: That’s perfectly fine! Every shift helps us reach more people.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- This initiative is part of Endometriosis Australia’s federally funded Priority Populations grant work
- We are conducting these activities at women’s sporting events with appropriate permissions
- All resources and materials will be provided – you do not need to prepare anything
- Volunteers must adhere to Endometriosis Australia’s Code of Conduct
- We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, genders, and ages (16+)
- If you’re selected, we’ll provide all specific event details and logistics in February
APPLY NOW
This is your chance to be part of something truly special – bringing endometriosis awareness and support to thousands of women from diverse communities during March, the month dedicated to raising awareness about this condition.
Together, we can break down barriers, share vital information, and ensure no one feels alone in thier endometriosis journey.
We can’t wait to have you on our team!